Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport

FCPP / PNR

Pointe Noire, CG

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
5 kt
150°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FCPP 222200Z 15005KT 8000 FEW010 SCT023 25/25 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 55 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
SCT 2,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,055 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,355 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,300 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 5 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,000 ft, scattered at 2,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (55 ft)
Pressure Alt
183 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,396 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FCPP 221700Z 2218/2318 20005KT 9000 FEW018 BECMG 2312/2314 SCT020 FEW030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 5 kt
Visibility: 9 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CPP
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
8,530 ft 148 ft ASP 166°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FCPP

4,522 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
33.1%
MVFR
62.6%
IFR
4.2%
LIFR
0.1%

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 33.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 4.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.6 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.8°C (range: 21°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are February, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 2.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.1%
NE
3.4%
E
8%
SE
8.7%
S
36.2%
SW
30.8%
W
6.3%
NW
2.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.8°C
Range: 21°C to 33°C
21°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

February April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,522 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FCPP
IATA Code: PNR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 55 ft MSL

Location

City: Pointe Noire
Country: CG
Latitude: -4.816030°
Longitude: 11.886600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport

Overview

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport serves Pointe Noire, Republic of Congo, as a medium-sized international airport. Located at an elevation of 55 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's commercial and potentially military operations. Its single runway 17/35 offers substantial landing capability at 8,530 feet in asphalt surface configuration.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly MVFR conditions, with 69.7% of observed weather scenarios in this category. Prevailing southerly winds at an average of 6.8 knots create generally stable flight conditions, with maximum recorded winds of 16 knots. Temperature ranges between 21°C and 32°C, with an average of 26.1°C, supporting consistent operational environments.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates -4.816030, 11.886600, the airport's geographical positioning influences its meteorological characteristics. The low elevation and coastal proximity likely contribute to the consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Minimal fog occurrence (0.1%) and zero instances of visibility below 3SM suggest reliable visual navigation conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3.8 knots. January, November, and December represent the optimal VFR months for flight operations. Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with high probability of visual meteorological conditions.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.